Norway Extend Perfect Euro Record With 4-3 Win Over Iceland

Norway maintained their perfect record at the UEFA Women’s European Championship 2025 by defeating Iceland 4-3 in a thrilling Group A match, securing their place as group winners ahead of the knockout stage. Signe Gaupset was the standout player for Norway, scoring two goals and providing multiple assists, while Frida Maanum also contributed two goals, including a crucial one-two combination with Gaupset. Iceland started strong, taking an early lead through Sveindis Jonsdottir, but Norway’s superior possession and pressing game turned the match around before halftime. Despite Norway’s dominance, Iceland staged a late fightback with two goals in the closing minutes, including a penalty awarded by VAR following a shirt pull by Norway’s Marit Lund, who was subsequently sent off. Norway will face the runners-up of Group B, likely Spain or Italy, in the quarter-finals, while Switzerland also advanced to the last eight for the first time. The match highlighted Norway’s depth and tactical strength, with coach Gemma Grainger making effective changes and maintaining the team’s momentum throughout the tournament.